Best Peter Butt Podcasts (2025)

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WWDTM: Ibtihaj Muhammad 46:37

3d ago46:37

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This week, special guest Ibtihaj Muhammad joins Hari Kondabolu, Rachel Coster, and new panelist Jeff Hiller! Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

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Bear’s Forest Days 26:41

5d ago26:41

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Have you ever noticed that narrators are pretty much control freaks? This week’s author, a 9 year old from Oklahoma named Belle, sure has! Join Creator Club today for ad-free episodes, bonus episodes and more by visiting ⁠storypirates.com/creatorclub⁠, or subscribing right in Apple Podcasts or Spotify.…

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Bands Across America: Ohio (Raspberries & Nine Inch Nails) 44:55

8d ago44:55

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Bands Across America: Ohio The Raspberries – Starting Over (1974) & Nine Inch Nails – The Downward Spiral (1994) Our summer road trip rolls into Ohio, the Buckeye State and a cradle of American music innovation. This week, we spotlight two albums that showcase Ohio’s extraordinary range: the power-pop brilliance of The Raspberries’ swan song Starti…

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WWDTM: Chris Perfetti 47:09

11d ago47:09

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This week, Abbott Elementary's Chris Perfetti joins panelists Joyelle Nicole Johnson, Alonzo Bodden, and Luke Burbank Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

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The Real Reason Why Aliens Go to Farms 26:21

13d ago26:21

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Have you ever wondered where crop circles come from? Well, today’s brand new story has the answer! Written by a 12 year old from California named Logan. Join Creator Club today for ad-free episodes, bonus episodes and more by visiting ⁠storypirates.com/creatorclub⁠, or subscribing right in Apple Podcasts or Spotify.…

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Bands Across America: Alabama (Commodores & Jimmy Buffett) 43:21

15d ago43:21

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Bands Across America: Alabama Commodores – Commodores (1977) & Jimmy Buffett – Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes (1977) We roll into Alabama for the first stop on our summer road trip! This week, we spotlight two classic albums from artists with deep Alabama roots: the genre-blending funk and soul of the Commodores’ self-titled LP, and Jim…

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Satin Series 27:42

17d ago27:42

27:42

This week, Peter interviews a romance novel author. Interview Hour is a completely improvised podcast, created and preformed by Lauren Morrell and Peter Narby. Follow us: Instagram Reach out to us: [email protected] Dead With Benefits

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WWDTM: Jeff Gordon 46:48

18d ago46:48

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This week, NASCAR legend Jeff Gordon joins panelists Zach Zimmerman, Adam Burke, and Negin Farsad Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

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Record Rumble: "Beatle Battle" John Lennon Vs. Paul McCartney 41:45

22d ago41:45

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## Record Rumble: Beatle Battle – John Lennon vs. Paul & Linda McCartney It’s the ultimate post-Beatles showdown! In the grand finale of our Record Rumbles series, we pit two landmark solo albums head-to-head: John Lennon’s raw, confessional Plastic Ono Band (1970) versus Paul & Linda McCartney’s whimsical, genre-bending Ram (1971). We break down s…

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City Hall Cactus Patch 28:09

24d ago28:09

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Interview Hour is a completely improvised podcast, created and preformed by Lauren Morrell and Peter Narby. Follow us: Instagram Reach out to us: [email protected] This week, Lauren interviews a resident filing a law suit.By Dead With Benefits

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WWDTM: Jim Rice 47:18

25d ago47:18

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This week, we're live in Boston with special guest Jim Rice and panelists Maz Jobrani, Joyelle Nicole Johnson, and Adam Felber Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

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Traffic, a Nightmare/The Knight Who Couldn’t Guard the Castle 44:59

27d ago44:59

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Season finale, part 2. Nimene accidentally brings to life thousands of characters from different stories the Story Pirates have performed over the years. Featuring two new stories: “Traffic, a Nightmare,” a song about how long two kids had to sit in the car in order to reach the ice cream store, written by Jethro, an 8 year old from New York, and “…

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Record Rumble: “Country Queens” Reba McEntire Vs. Lainey Wilson 41:21

29d ago41:21

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Record Rumble: Reba McEntire vs. Lainey Wilson It’s a battle of country queens! We pit Reba McEntire’s acoustic retrospective Not That Fancy (2023) against Lainey Wilson’s bold, personal Whirlwind (2024). We break down standout tracks, production, and debate which artist best represents country music today. Diggin’: • Psychedelic Porn Crumpets – Ca…

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Mud Farming 24:21

1M ago24:21

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This week, Peter interviews a mud farmer. Interview Hour is a completely improvised podcast, created and preformed by Lauren Morrell and Peter Narby. Follow us: Instagram Reach out to us: [email protected] Dead With Benefits

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WWDTM: Ego Nwodim 47:02

1M ago47:02

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This week, special guest Ego Nwodim joins panelists Tom Papa, Dulceé Sloan, and Hari Kondabolu Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

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Butt Rat/Who Turned Out the Lights? 47:37

1M ago47:37

47:37

Season finale, part 1. The Story Pirates return to the Isle of Monsters to gather a rare substance they need to power the ship. Featuring two new stories: “Butt Rat,” a story about an unlikely superhero, written by Liliana and Oliver, two siblings from Nevada, and “Who Turned Out the Lights?”, a story about a dad who refuses to call a professional …

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Record Rumble: Battle of Legendary Live Albums (Peter Frampton – Frampton Comes Alive (1976) Vs. Kiss – Alive (1975)) 44:56

1M ago44:56

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Few experiences match the raw energy and communal thrill of a live performance. This week, we pit two titans of concert recordings against each other in a clash that celebrates musicianship and the power of a bands feeding off the roar of the crowd. These iconic releases have each become cultural touchstones, transforming their creators from rising…

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WWDTM: GWAR, Gretchen Whitmer, Josh Gad, Kara Jackson, and Amber Maykut 47:14

1M ago47:14

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This week, we celebrate the arrival of spring with special guests Josh Gad, Gretchen Whitmer, GWAR, Kara Jackson, and Amber Maykut! Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

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The Princess That Liked Ads 20:25

1M ago20:25

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Have you ever wondered how you could improve communication around the kingdom that you rule? Find out in a brand new story, written by a 12 year old from Canada named Grace.By Story Pirates

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Record Rumble: Butt Rock Behemoths (Nickelback – Silver Side Up Vs. Creed – Human Clay) 45:15

1M ago45:15

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Prepare for a clash of post-grunge titans as two of the most polarizing, arena-filling albums from the heyday of radio-friendly “butt rock” go head-to-head in a battle of anthems, angst, and unapologetic power chords. Nickelback – Silver Side Up (2001) Creed – Human Clay (1999) Other Diggins The Band Feel – Into the Sun (EP) 2025 D’Angelo – Black M…

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Lightning Joe 30:36

1M ago30:36

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This week, Lauren interviews a survivor of a lightning strike.By Dead With Benefits

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WWDTM: Nathan Lane 48:04

2M ago48:04

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This week, special guest Nathan Lane joins panelists Shantira Jackson, Luke Burbank, and Roy Blount, Jr. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

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The Ghost That Launched a Business/Julius Caesar: The Guinea Pig 49:34

2M ago49:34

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Eric discovers a mysterious book. Featuring two new stories: “The Ghost That Launched a Business,” a terrifying tale about entrepreneurship, written by Jesse, a 9 year old from the UK, and “Julius Caesar: The Guinea Pig, Not the Famous Ancient Roman Dude, But This Rodent Thinks Otherwise,” a story about how our names sometimes shape who we are insi…

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Record Rumble: “Clash of the Titans: Disintegration Vs. ‘The Black Album’” 42:53

2M ago42:53

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We have a great show for you today – we will be kicking the tires on our Record Rumbles Series, where two classic albums enter the ring and go head to head and toe to toe. We will compare key tracks, discuss the albums, and decide which is the king of the ring! The Cure – Disintegration (1989) Metallica – Metallica (1991) Other Diggins Ghost – Skel…

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WWDTM: Natasha Rothwell 47:38

2M ago47:38

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This week, special guest Natasha Rothwell joins panelists Hari Kondabolu, Joyelle Nicole Johnson, and Peter Grosz Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

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Gerald the Wizard/The Scaredy Ghost Cat (feat. Kyle Gordon) 40:34

2M ago40:34

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The Story Pirates discover a castaway (Kyle Gordon) who is stranded on a deserted island with his only friend, Stick (also Kyle Gordon). Featuring two new stories: “Gerald the Wizard,” a story about the lowly servant to a zombie king who risks it all to save the kingdom, written by Beckham, a 14 year old from Utah, and “The Scaredy Ghost Cat,” the …

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1988: Jane’s Addiction, Anita Baker, Iron Maiden 47:23

2M ago47:23

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1988 was a year rich in cultural landmarks – from Die Hard to The Wonder Years and the start of Nike’s iconic ‘Just Do It’ campaign. Join us as we dig into some of our own personal favorite albums from the year. Jane’s Addiction – Nothing’s Shocking (1988) Anita Baker – Giving You the Best That I Got (1988) Iron Maiden – Seventh Son of a Seventh So…

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WWDTM: Brian Tyree Henry 47:04

2M ago47:04

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This week, special guest Brian Tyree Henry joins panelists Brian Babylon, Negin Farsad, and Luke Burbank Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

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Detective Bok and the Return of the Yellow Snatcher 22:00

2M ago22:00

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Bok bok bok bok bok bok bok. Bok. And THAT is all you need to know about today’s episode, written by a 10 year old from China named John.By Story Pirates

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On The Side: Hot Tuna, Arcadia, Mad Season 48:50

2M ago48:50

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Side projects can be interesting venues for artists to showcase a different side of their creativity than we get to see in their main group. On today’s show we dive into records from groups that are off-shoots from some of our favorite bands. Hot Tuna – Burgers (1972) Arcadia – So Red the Rose (1985) Mad Season – Above (1995) Other Diggins FACS – W…

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WWDTM: Lewis Black 47:31

2M ago47:31

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This week, we're live in Durham with special guest Lewis Black and panelists Dulcé Sloan, Alonzo Bodden, and Adam Burke Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

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DREAMWORKS’ GABBY’S DOLLHOUSE: The Girl Who Couldn’t Do Math 11:55

2M ago11:55

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In this special bonus episode, the Story Pirates reveal the winner of the Dreamworks’ Gabby’s Dollhouse contest and thank everyone who sent in a story.By Story Pirates

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Roy Thomas Baker: Robert Calvert, T’Pau, Queen 51:07

2M ago51:07

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On today’s show we’re shinning the Album Nerds spotlight on iconic record producer Roy Thomas Baker. Join us as we get down with RTB and some of his classic albums from the 70s and 80s. Robert Calvert – Captain Lockheed and the Starfighters (1974) T’Pau – Bridge of Spies (1987) Queen – Sheer Heart Attack (1974) Other Diggins James Brandon Lewis – A…

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DJ Squirm-a-Lot’s Spring Break Mixtape 2025 50:45

2M ago50:45

50:45

Whether you vacation or staycation, Spring Break is the perfect time for another incredible, groundbreaking mixtape from the world’s most famous DJ who also happens to be a worm.By Story Pirates

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Butt Exorcism 30:58

2M ago30:58

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This week Peter interviews an exorcist. Interview Hour is a completely improvised podcast, created and preformed by Lauren Morrell and Peter Narby. Follow us: Instagram Reach out to us: [email protected] Dead With Benefits

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WWDTM: Austan Goolsbee 47:06

2M ago47:06

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This week, special guest Austan Goolsbee joins panelists Peter Grosz, Rachel Coster, and Shane O'Neill Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

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HTDE: Study Break with Jason Isaacs of "The White Lotus" 2:05

3M ago2:05

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The White Lotus season finale dropped this weekend, and we have questions. And trauma. Maybe you do too? This week, How To Do Everything's "study break" is hosting acclaimed actor Jason Isaacs AKA acclaimed Lorazepam addict Timothy Ratliff. How to join: save this Google document. At 12:30 PM ET tomorrow April 11th, we'll drop a Zoom link. The first…

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The Spy Who Couldn’t Lie/Dad Jokes Take Over the World 41:29

3M ago41:29

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Peter turns into a goose. Featuring two new stories: “The Spy Who Couldn’t Lie,” a story about a secret agent who fails to dissemble, written by Ezra, a 13 year old from Alabama, and “Dad Jokes Take Over the World,” a story about an affliction of unfunny humor that covers the globe, written by siblings Noah, age 13, and Amira, age 10, from Ontario.…

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